historical info on drug overdose deaths

[Peteri Szerlagi]

https://www.factcheck.org/2025/09/trump-again-overstates-number-of-drug-overdose-deaths-in-u-s/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_drug_overdose_death_rates_and_totals_over_time

looks like drug deaths were down in the 1980s and 1990s

iirc murders were down then also

so whats the connection? which came first - drop in murders or drop in drug ODs?

why were those numbers down in the 1980s and 1990s? disco?

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from bing search

Historical Events of the 1980s and 1990s

The 1980s and 1990s were marked by significant historical events that
shaped the United States and the world. Here are some key highlights:

The Berlin Wall Opening: November 10, 1989, marked the end of the Cold
War with the opening of the Berlin Wall, symbolizing the fall of
communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union.
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The AIDS Epidemic: The emergence of AIDS in the early 1980s led to a
global pandemic, affecting millions and changing public health
policies.
1
The Internet's Birth: The decade saw the birth of the Internet, with
developments like ARPANET and the establishment of the World Wide Web.
1
The Rise of the Sun Belt: The population of the Sun Belt region
surged, leading to a shift in the political climate and economic focus
of the United States.
1
The End of the Cold War: The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1989
marked the end of the Cold War, leading to significant changes in
global politics and economics.
1

These events reflect the dynamic nature of the United States during
the 1980s and 1990s, characterized by political, social, and economic
transformations that continue to resonate today.
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